1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1976 Lancia Stratos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 243 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Anglia | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
